1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | 300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |
